Luling, Louisiana travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Luling is a city on the Mississippi River in St. Charles Parish, one of the River Parishes of Louisiana, near New Orleans.

3 sights · 1 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Luling

Destrehan Plantation

A plantation that has the added perk of being where Interview With The Vampire was filmed.

Homeplace Plantation

This one is not really open to visitors, just viewable from the exterior.

Ormond Plantation

It's set up especially for bed and breakfast lodging, dining, and wedding venues but may also be available for tours.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Oct–Apr. Summer highs reach about 94°F; winter lows dip to about 46°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby New Orleans)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
MSY Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans — 8 mi away (major hub). Directions
BTR Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, Baton Rouge — 64 mi away. Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Destrehan Plantation, Ormond Plantation
Afternoon Homeplace Plantation

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder